Are you an experienced Facilities Manager looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic healthcare setting? Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a proactive and dedicated Facilities Manager to oversee our Multi-Function Team (MFT), Portering, Waste, and Distribution teams. You'll ensure our services operate efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards, enhancing the patient and staff experience across the hospital.
Main duties of the job
* Lead and manage a team of approximately 67 colleagues, overseeing daily operations across MFT, Portering, and Waste Management.
* Work closely with clinical, non-clinical, and emergency service teams to maintain and improve service standards.
* Plan and coordinate service delivery, manage resources effectively, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
* Oversee budgetary responsibilities for relevant services, contributing to cost control and continuous improvement.
* Provide leadership, mentoring, and performance management to ensure a high-performing team.
Job responsibilities
Valid Driving License is essential as travel between sites may be required.
What We Offer?
* A supportive, innovative work environment focused on quality patient care.
* Training for on-call duties, as well as opportunities for personal and professional growth within the Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Minimum of OND/ONC or other equivalent Qualification in a Facilities Management related area or demonstration of equivalent experience.
* Completion of Leadership development training and qualification.
* Holds or is working towards a Diploma in Management studies or equivalent.
Experience
* Operating at a junior management level, for an appropriate period of time.
* Advanced supervisory and leadership skills.
* Proven management skills, as well as working directly with other senior management and stakeholders.
* Experience in managing sickness absence, conducting staff appraisals, and recruiting new staff.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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